The Shakespeare Gallery

Published in London by George Routledge 1867

This 1867 publication is considered a "scarce antiquarian book" that acts as a facsimile reprint of the original comprehensive collection.

George Routledge in 1867, is a significant reproduction of the original John and Josiah Boydell collection. It features 100 plates depicting Shakespearean scenes by artists like Henry Fuseli and Joshua Reynolds, aimed at bringing plays to life. 

 Key Details of the 1867 Publication:

• Purpose: The 1867 edition served as a reproduction commemorating the Tercentenary anniversary (often citing 1864/1867) of Shakespeare's birth.
• Contents: It contains 100 plates illustrating scenes from various Shakespeare plays, generally accompanied by text describing the context.
• Illustrators: The plates feature work from renowned artists of the late 18th century, including Henry Fuseli, William Hamilton, and Joshua Reynolds.
• Publisher: Published in London by G. Routledge and Co..
• Binding: Leather with bevelled edges and gilded decoration. 

Brown leather covered boards with marbled endpapers. The spine with raised bands and gilt title. Front, rear cover and spine featuring ornate embossed gilt Fleur-de-lys. All page edges are gilt.

 Considering its age, the book is in fair condition. 

There is wear to the leather on the four corners of the boards, and general wear to the board surfaces. 

 There is also a small split at the top of the front board and spine wear at the top of the spine.

Some pages have signs of foxing and are wavy.

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